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Flood warning for Lower Frome from East Stoke to Wareham

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 

Flooding is expected on 18 December 2025 . 

Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around areas in East Stoke, Holmebridge, Stoborough, Stoborough Green, Wareham, Redcliffe, Ridge and Swineham. Further flooding is expected this afternoon as river levels continue to rise due to rainfall. 

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 18 December 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Areas in East Stoke, Holmebridge, Stoborough, Stoborough Green, Wareham, Redcliffe, Ridge and Swineham.

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Latest levels

21 minutes ago

The River Frome level at Stinsford was 1.08 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 0.70 metres. Monitor the River Frome level at Stinsford.

21 minutes ago

The River Frome level at East Stoke was 1.66 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.70 metres. Monitor the River Frome level at East Stoke.

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